Jeven Dovey

Algorithms change. Platforms shift. But your relationship with your community can be forever—if you own it. In this high-impact panel hosted by Allison Yazdian, you’ll hear from creators and industry experts who have built thriving memberships that do more than generate recurring revenue—they deepen connections with their most loyal fans. You’ll discover how leading creators are moving beyond the chaos of platform dependence and brand deal uncertainty by creating owned membership platforms where they control the audience, the experience, and the income. This is about more than monetization—it’s about giving your most engaged community members more value, access, and connection than you ever could on social media alone. By the end of this session, you’ll know: 1) How to transform casual viewers into an engaged, paying community you control, 2) Ways to price, package, and deliver unique value that keeps members coming back month after month, 3) Strategies to use branded mobile and TV apps to increase engagement and deepen relationships, 4) Proven methods for balancing free content with exclusive perks to maximize both reach and retention, and 5) How owning your platform safeguards your creative freedom and long-term sustainability. No more relying on the algorithm. No more chasing brand deals. Just a sustainable, community-powered business that grows with you.

What if your content could grow your channel and change lives? This talk is a deep dive into the power of storytelling from personal vlogs to full-length documentaries and how creators can use their voice to make an impact beyond the algorithm. You’ll learn real-world insights, practical storytelling strategies, and a roadmap for building a body of work that resonates, inspires, and drives change. Jeven Dovey, a creator with over a million subscribers, shares how mastering storytelling transformed his YouTube journey. Along the way, he met filmmaker Jake Viramontez, and together they co-founded SOWN, a nonprofit that empowers filmmakers to tell stories for social good around the world. Whether you’re building a YouTube channel or producing films that matter, this session will challenge you to create with purpose and tell stories that last.